There is definitely much more uncertainty around it in the news as of late but it’s always best to take with direction of a gp or pharmacist. It should never be taken in long lengths and only as required as that has always been the case. But do i still think its safe when taken correctly, yes!

I watched this news when he says it. But i am coming to the point to argue. If it necessary we can take. Why do we need to take any medicine without a need? Even if it’s simple paracetamol no need if you don’t need. Personally I don’t think it will trigger to Autism

It is very worrying that such a wild and inaccurate assertion was given very wide coverage. I understand why, but it really does promote fear and potentially some bad outcomes for pregnant women and their babies. I wish every outlet that covered it had included the advice that no credible medical practitioner supports this.

Thanks for this article and giving mums-to-be some reassurance.

Excuse me, but since when Donald Trump became a doctor or anyhow related to medical profession? The practice that has been used for so many years to protect women who experience any type of pain was medically proven. Would be better if real drugs and other stuff that harm people became prohibited.

It is absolutely ludicrous that a major public figure like Trump with no medical research history can make a false announcement such as this! For all the mums who questioned themselves or endured pain to avoid Panadol they deserve an apology or at least an announcement from Trump correcting the false information.

Clear abuse of power here.

All he’s done is scare poor mums (especially new mum to be) that are already anxious about pregnancy

Spreading false information with no back up and also what so now mums can’t take anything for pain? Pregnant women just have to suffer through that’s ridiculous

It’s so scary to think that someone with such power will so easily say incorrect, scaremongering nonsense. This is a really well written and informative article. I really hope this doesn’t catch on, it’s so damaging to have baseless statements broadcast to the majority. And the last thing pregnant women need is to worry about something that isn’t true.

Thanks for providing real facts when it comes to something as important as this. Pregnant women are already trying their best and they dont need worrying or conflicting medical advice from someone who should not be allowed to give it tats for sure. I definitely dont believe anything that comes from him

A timely and balanced article. Well done on publishing it so quickly while providing real and informed information. It’s important for all of us to be mindful about what goes into our bodies ask the time and everything carries some risk whether you’re pregnant or not. Remember not taking paracetamol can have bigger consequences if you’re running a fever and we must slat be mindful of those with Autism and how they’re perceived. They are mum’s, dads, siblings, employees, bosses, etc. We’re all different, that doesn’t make us bad.

Women really do not need extra layers of worry or possible guilt during pregnancy. Ensuring advice is taken from well respected and trusted health professionals is so very important during pregnancy. It can be a time of worry anyway and an extra layer of worry is not healthy for mother and baby.

Thank you for clearing this up, Mouths of Mums. It was really irresponsible and harmful on multiple levels for that ignorant man to spout this nonsense. It’s harmful to people on the spectrum and creates unwarranted fear, guilt, and anxiety. it is in the words of someone, I can’t remember who, who used to call things “fake news.” Hmmm, I wonder who that was?

Beyond annoyed how someone can so blatantly make such outrageous comments. I trust the scientists, doctors, medical professionals over anything else. Also, pain and fevers in pregnancy is extremely risky. Have we not got enough to worry about! Besides, the other issue here is making autism or adhd out to be something that should be shared or cared or eradicated.

Everyone needs to ignore Trumps ignorant comments. Just remember he is not a Doctor and tends to act as if he knows everything when in truth he knows very little.
I just love how everytime someone decides what causes Autism its always the Womans fault. Have you noticed that? Its something we did or didnt do.

Definitely good to have some clarity for all those pregnant mumma’s! There is so much new information being discovered all the time but I think it’s important to just be as healthy and happy as you can be. Stress is just as damaging to mum and Bub as other things can be.

Thanks for sharing this articles, it’s so much more balanced than Trump’s claims in yesterdays article. Personally I think that Autism continues to be a condition that continues to deserve thorough research. The fact that Autism doesn’t have a known single cause, but multiple causes and impacts makes it more complex.

It is good to have an article shared with the community that challenges the assertions made about paracetamol. Pregnant women already have a wealth of information and concern about pregnancy to manage. I agree with needing to treat fever when pregnant; I was incredibly ill and had to take medication to bring down raging fevers that have been proven to cause issues.